Essential Energy has opened applications for apprentice and trainee positions across 32 locations state-wide as the company works to build work opportunities in regional areas.

The positions form part of the company's annual apprenticeship program, which has seen 1300 apprentices employed by the company since 2003.

Essential Energy's customer and network services general manager Luke Jenner said the program aims to bring employment and development opportunities to regional areas through ongoing investment into trainees and apprentices.

"As the economic impacts of COVID-19 are felt across the state, we are delighted to be creating new job opportunities in regional communities and helping build capability right across the state," Mr Jenner said.

"We want our workforce to reflect the 1,500 local communities we serve, so we encourage everyone who is looking for an opportunity to kick start their career in this dynamic industry to apply."

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Those who join the program will receive training alongside on-the-job experience, with positions also available in areas such as Bathurst, Cowra, Albury, Tumut and Wagga Wagga.

Applications for the program will close at 11.55pm on July 19, with those wishing to apply for the program encouraged to visit here.